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... in Your Package 7 Getting Started 8 Mounting the Cradle 8 Attaching the Antenna 8 Attaching the Rechargeable Battery Pack 8 Using the Alkaline Battery Case 9 Attaching the Beltclip 9 Charging the Battery Pack 10 Operation 11 Turning On the Unit and Setting Squelch 11 Selecting a Channel 12 One-touch ...16 Deleting a Channel from Memory 17 Scanning 17 Transmitting 18 Lighted Keys and Display 18 Turning and reactivating the Key Beep 18 Battery Indicator 19 Key Lock 19 Marine Channels - USA 20 Marine Channels - International 22 Marine Channels - Canada 24 Optional Parts ...
... in Your Package 7 Getting Started 8 Mounting the Cradle 8 Attaching the Antenna 8 Attaching the Rechargeable Battery Pack 8 Using the Alkaline Battery Case 9 Attaching the Beltclip 9 Charging the Battery Pack 10 Operation 11 Turning On the Unit and Setting Squelch 11 Selecting a Channel 12 One-touch ...16 Deleting a Channel from Memory 17 Scanning 17 Transmitting 18 Lighted Keys and Display 18 Turning and reactivating the Key Beep 18 Battery Indicator 19 Key Lock 19 Marine Channels - USA 20 Marine Channels - International 22 Marine Channels - Canada 24 Optional Parts ...
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Controls and Indicators 1 11 12 2 13 6 14 3 7 ATLANTIS 2 5 0 15 8 WX ALERT UIC MEN SCAN 16 9 1/5W 16/9 TRI 17 LOCK 18 4 10 MIC 19 20 5 1 Antenna 2 Belt Clip 3 Adapter Jack 4 Battery 5 Battery Release Clip 6 PTT (Push to Talk) Key 7 USA/International/Canadian Button (UIC) 8 WX Mode/Weather Alert Button (WX/ALERT) 9 TX Power/Lock...
Controls and Indicators 1 11 12 2 13 6 14 3 7 ATLANTIS 2 5 0 15 8 WX ALERT UIC MEN SCAN 16 9 1/5W 16/9 TRI 17 LOCK 18 4 10 MIC 19 20 5 1 Antenna 2 Belt Clip 3 Adapter Jack 4 Battery 5 Battery Release Clip 6 PTT (Push to Talk) Key 7 USA/International/Canadian Button (UIC) 8 WX Mode/Weather Alert Button (WX/ALERT) 9 TX Power/Lock...
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LCD Display A BC D E F G HI JK A Transmit Indicator B TX Power Indicator C USA/International/Canadian (US/INT/CAN) Indicator D Channel Number Display E Memory Indicator F Scan Indicator G Battery Indicator H Triple Watch Indicator I Weather Mode Indicator J Weather Alert Indicator K Key Lock Indicator 3
LCD Display A BC D E F G HI JK A Transmit Indicator B TX Power Indicator C USA/International/Canadian (US/INT/CAN) Indicator D Channel Number Display E Memory Indicator F Scan Indicator G Battery Indicator H Triple Watch Indicator I Weather Mode Indicator J Weather Alert Indicator K Key Lock Indicator 3
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...the eyes, face, or exposed body parts. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is waterproof only when both the antenna and the battery are properly attached. • Do not operate the transmitter of any radio equipment unless all the Radio Frequency (RF) connectors are ... the appliance. 4 Warning! • The ATLANTIS 250 is intended to alert the user to explode. • Ni-MH batteries must be disposed of properly. Ni-MH Battery Pack Warning • This equipment contains a Ni-MH Battery Pack. • The Ni-MH Battery Pack contained in this equipment may damage the...
...the eyes, face, or exposed body parts. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is waterproof only when both the antenna and the battery are properly attached. • Do not operate the transmitter of any radio equipment unless all the Radio Frequency (RF) connectors are ... the appliance. 4 Warning! • The ATLANTIS 250 is intended to alert the user to explode. • Ni-MH batteries must be disposed of properly. Ni-MH Battery Pack Warning • This equipment contains a Ni-MH Battery Pack. • The Ni-MH Battery Pack contained in this equipment may damage the...
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...; Belt Clip • Wrist Strap • TX Power 1W/5W • Alkaline Battery Case (Alkaline batteries are not included) 5 It is a waterproof, portable two-way VHF transceiver. This handheld VHF marine radio will give you get the most from the ATLANTIS 250's features, please read this operating guide carefully before using the unit. To...
...; Belt Clip • Wrist Strap • TX Power 1W/5W • Alkaline Battery Case (Alkaline batteries are not included) 5 It is a waterproof, portable two-way VHF transceiver. This handheld VHF marine radio will give you get the most from the ATLANTIS 250's features, please read this operating guide carefully before using the unit. To...
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Included in Your Package ATLANTIS 2 5 0 SCAN MEN UIC WALXERT 16T/R9 I 1/5W MIC LOCK ATLANTIS 250 AC Adapter (AD-0003) Antenna (HH9408) DC Adapter Cradle Rechargeable Battery (BP 250) Beltclip Wrist Strap Mounting Screws Reference Guide/ Alkaline Battery Case Printed Material (attached to the ATLANTIS) If any of these items are missing from the box, contact your Uniden Dealer or the Uniden Parts Department at (800)-554-3988. 7
Included in Your Package ATLANTIS 2 5 0 SCAN MEN UIC WALXERT 16T/R9 I 1/5W MIC LOCK ATLANTIS 250 AC Adapter (AD-0003) Antenna (HH9408) DC Adapter Cradle Rechargeable Battery (BP 250) Beltclip Wrist Strap Mounting Screws Reference Guide/ Alkaline Battery Case Printed Material (attached to the ATLANTIS) If any of these items are missing from the box, contact your Uniden Dealer or the Uniden Parts Department at (800)-554-3988. 7
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...washers as shown. Attaching the Antenna Apply the antenna to either a counter or wall. It will only fit in one way. 2 Snap the battery release clip until it clicks. When you remove the Cradle from the wall, loosen the screws and push the Cradle up. Attaching the Rechargeable... Battery Pack 1 Snap the battery release clip out and remove the alkaline battery case. Be sure the antenna is firmly seated. Be sure the battery pack fits tightly against the body. Then place the rechargeable battery pack onto the back of the Cradle Push ...
...washers as shown. Attaching the Antenna Apply the antenna to either a counter or wall. It will only fit in one way. 2 Snap the battery release clip until it clicks. When you remove the Cradle from the wall, loosen the screws and push the Cradle up. Attaching the Rechargeable... Battery Pack 1 Snap the battery release clip out and remove the alkaline battery case. Be sure the antenna is firmly seated. Be sure the battery pack fits tightly against the body. Then place the rechargeable battery pack onto the back of the Cradle Push ...
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...it up . 9 symbols in the direction as follows until it up . 3 When you can use the battery case with Alkaline AA batteries (not included) instead of the radio. To install the batteries: 1 Remove the battery case cover by pulling the 2 halves apart applying your fingers to follow the + and - Attaching the ... cover as illustrated. 2 Apply it to the hanger piece on the back of the rechargeable battery pack. AA AA AA AA AA AA Using the Alkaline Battery Case When needed, you hear a click, the beltclip is firmly attached. 4 To take the beltclip off the radio, turn it upside...
...it up . 9 symbols in the direction as follows until it up . 3 When you can use the battery case with Alkaline AA batteries (not included) instead of the radio. To install the batteries: 1 Remove the battery case cover by pulling the 2 halves apart applying your fingers to follow the + and - Attaching the ... cover as illustrated. 2 Apply it to the hanger piece on the back of the rechargeable battery pack. AA AA AA AA AA AA Using the Alkaline Battery Case When needed, you hear a click, the beltclip is firmly attached. 4 To take the beltclip off the radio, turn it upside...
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... for 16 hours. If the battery level is OFF. Make sure your boat, use . 10 ATLANTIS 2 5 0 WX ALERT UIC 1/5W LOCK MEN SCAN 16/9 TRI MIC 2 Plug one end of the ATLANTIS 250. 3 Charge the battery for charging only. Charging the Battery Pack Your marine radio is powered... by a specially designed Ni-MH battery pack. • Before operating the ATLANTIS 250, charge the Ni-MH battery pack for 16 hours without interruption, charging is...
... for 16 hours. If the battery level is OFF. Make sure your boat, use . 10 ATLANTIS 2 5 0 WX ALERT UIC 1/5W LOCK MEN SCAN 16/9 TRI MIC 2 Plug one end of the ATLANTIS 250. 3 Charge the battery for charging only. Charging the Battery Pack Your marine radio is powered... by a specially designed Ni-MH battery pack. • Before operating the ATLANTIS 250, charge the Ni-MH battery pack for 16 hours without interruption, charging is...
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... on again while pressing and holding the L or M buttons. 18 Turning and reactivating the Key Beep Your radio emits a beep each time one of the Battery Indicator on the next page.) Lighted Keys and Display To light the display, press any key excluding the PTT key. • If you press any... the PTT (push-to receive, release the PTT key. The TX time out tone will sound until the PTT key is released. • If the battery indicator drops to either 5W or 1W. TX disappears from the display. • If the PTT key is pressed for more than the PTT key...
... on again while pressing and holding the L or M buttons. 18 Turning and reactivating the Key Beep Your radio emits a beep each time one of the Battery Indicator on the next page.) Lighted Keys and Display To light the display, press any key excluding the PTT key. • If you press any... the PTT (push-to receive, release the PTT key. The TX time out tone will sound until the PTT key is released. • If the battery indicator drops to either 5W or 1W. TX disappears from the display. • If the PTT key is pressed for more than the PTT key...
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... the unit is On, battery power is nearly discharged, the battery indicator appears as follows: • When the battery indicator drops to the blinking 1-mark level on the display, the radio will receive but will not transmit. LOCK appears on the display. A double ...from the display. • You can lock the keypad. 1 Press and hold the 1/5W/LOCK button again for 2 seconds. When the battery is fully charged, the battery indicator appears as follows: When the battery is always indicated on the display. 2 To unlock the keypad, press and hold the 1/5W/LOCK button for 2 seconds.
... the unit is On, battery power is nearly discharged, the battery indicator appears as follows: • When the battery indicator drops to the blinking 1-mark level on the display, the radio will receive but will not transmit. LOCK appears on the display. A double ...from the display. • You can lock the keypad. 1 Press and hold the 1/5W/LOCK button again for 2 seconds. When the battery is fully charged, the battery indicator appears as follows: When the battery is always indicated on the display. 2 To unlock the keypad, press and hold the 1/5W/LOCK button for 2 seconds.
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Optional Parts and Replacement Accessories AC Adapter (AD-0003) Mounting Screws Antenna (HH9408) Wrist Strap DC Adapter Ni-MH Battery (BP 250) Cradle Reference Guide Alkaline Battery Case Beltclip Uniden Parts Department (800)-554-3988 We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com 26
Optional Parts and Replacement Accessories AC Adapter (AD-0003) Mounting Screws Antenna (HH9408) Wrist Strap DC Adapter Ni-MH Battery (BP 250) Cradle Reference Guide Alkaline Battery Case Beltclip Uniden Parts Department (800)-554-3988 We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com 26
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...Specifications shown are typical and subject to change without antenna) 5.8 (H) x 2.7 (W) x 1.68 (D) inch 144 (H) x 67 (W) x 42 (D) mm Weight (w/battery & antenna) 15.2 oz (430g) Transmitter Frequency Range Frequency Stability Power Output Spurious Emissions Current Drain 156~158 MHz ±10 PPM 1.0 W & 5W -60 ...176;C) Antenna Flexible Whip Microphone Built-in Electret type Display Liquid Crystal Display Speaker 8Ω 1 Watt Power Source Rechargeable Ni-MH Battery Pack 7.2V 1350 mAh Size (without notice. 27 Transmit 1.5 PPM (at 25°C) Receive 1.5 PPM (at 25°C)...
...Specifications shown are typical and subject to change without antenna) 5.8 (H) x 2.7 (W) x 1.68 (D) inch 144 (H) x 67 (W) x 42 (D) mm Weight (w/battery & antenna) 15.2 oz (430g) Transmitter Frequency Range Frequency Stability Power Output Spurious Emissions Current Drain 156~158 MHz ±10 PPM 1.0 W & 5W -60 ...176;C) Antenna Flexible Whip Microphone Built-in Electret type Display Liquid Crystal Display Speaker 8Ω 1 Watt Power Source Rechargeable Ni-MH Battery Pack 7.2V 1350 mAh Size (without notice. 27 Transmit 1.5 PPM (at 25°C) Receive 1.5 PPM (at 25°C)...
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Troubleshooting Not enough range Cause: Line of sight blocked ⇒ Increase antenna height. Cause: Low voltage ⇒ The radio is not designed to transmit while charging. DC or AC adapter does not supply enough power for transmitting. 28 Battery will transmit on 5 watt range but will not charge. Cause: Low voltage ⇒ Do not to transmit while charging. Will not transmit while charging. Will not transmit on the 1 watt range. The adaptor does not supply enough power for transmitting. Cause: Low voltage ⇒ Recharge or replace the batteries.
Troubleshooting Not enough range Cause: Line of sight blocked ⇒ Increase antenna height. Cause: Low voltage ⇒ The radio is not designed to transmit while charging. DC or AC adapter does not supply enough power for transmitting. 28 Battery will transmit on 5 watt range but will not charge. Cause: Low voltage ⇒ Do not to transmit while charging. Will not transmit while charging. Will not transmit on the 1 watt range. The adaptor does not supply enough power for transmitting. Cause: Low voltage ⇒ Recharge or replace the batteries.
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...terminate and be free from state to state. This warranty is void outside the United States of original retail sale. Warrantor, at : Uniden America Corporation Parts and Service Division 4700 Amon Carter Blvd. LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you are ...serviced or repaired by someone other than as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any time while this Product excluding Ni-MH battery pack to you . PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after the date of America. Include evidence of any conjunction with only...
...terminate and be free from state to state. This warranty is void outside the United States of original retail sale. Warrantor, at : Uniden America Corporation Parts and Service Division 4700 Amon Carter Blvd. LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you are ...serviced or repaired by someone other than as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any time while this Product excluding Ni-MH battery pack to you . PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after the date of America. Include evidence of any conjunction with only...